About this courseAre you fascinated by how and why people behave and think? Do you want to develop the skills and knowledge that enable you to have a positive impact on society?You’ll get a thorough understanding of all core aspects of psychology coupled with insight into how psychology and psychologists can make contributions to real issues and help to make the world a better place.We’ll teach you the core areas of psychology, which include developmental, cognitive, social, biopsychology and individual differences. You'll have the opportunity to put this theory into practice through work-based experience as well as assessments which help you to develop valuable real-world skillsYou will consider contemporary aspects of psychology, including its place in society and its application to ‘real-world’ issues such as environmental psychology.In your final year you can choose your specialism from a range of applied areas, including topics such as health and mental health, counselling psychology, forensic psychology and neuroscience.We create a supportive and lively learning environment in which you’ll learn through teamwork and collaboration. We’ll support you in developing your research skills from day one until your final year, when you’ll work with your supervisor to design and carry out your own psychological research project.Why study with us?Start your journey to becoming a Chartered Psychologist. This course is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) which makes you eligible for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership on successful completion of the course.Develop your employability skills with vocationally focused assessments and work placements.Specialise in the areas of psychology that interest you most in your final year.Access our dedicated psychology laboratories, equipped with video recording facilities and specialist equipment, to support you in your studies.AssessmentA variety of assessment methods are used, matched to the learning outcomes for your programme, allowing you to apply and demonstrate the full range of knowledge and skills that you have developed.Graduate opportunitiesProviding you with the opportunity to develop the professional skills and experience you need to launch your career is at the heart of everything we do at Leeds Trinity University.Our Psychology graduates work in a wide variety of different fields including clinical or occupational psychology, marketing, teaching, research, human resources and healthcare. You’ll also be well-prepared for postgraduate study in health psychology or neuropsychology.After you graduate, Careers and Placements will help you as you pursue your chosen career through our mentoring scheme, support with CV and interview preparation and access to graduate employability events.